Is Wasabi Ravioli Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Special Nuts
Wasabi Ravioli is a snack from Special Nuts. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Peanut, Modified Corn Starch, Maltodextrin.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified starch and maltodextrin, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial colorants E150c and E141i further indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
Modified corn starch and maltodextrin are processed ingredients that may raise quality concerns.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains wasabi japonica, which adds a unique flavor profile.
- Includes horseradish, known for its pungent taste and culinary use.
Concerns
- Modified corn starch and maltodextrin are processed ingredients that may raise quality concerns.
- Artificial colorants E150c and E141i indicate a reliance on synthetic additives.
Who should avoid this product?
This snack may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this snack so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Peanut safe in this snack?
Bad
Peanut is used here as base. Peanut is a common allergen and its presence raises safety concerns for those with allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: PINDA
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a refined ingredient that may lack some nutrients compared to whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: TARWEbloem
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener but contributes to processed nature and potential health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: suiker
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this snack?
Bad
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: gemodificeerd maiszetmeel
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Is Corn Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Corn starch is used for texture but is a processed ingredient with limited nutritional value.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maiszetmeel
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common cooking oil but is often refined, which may reduce its health benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: zonnebloemolie
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Is Soy Sauce Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Sauce Powder is used here as flavor. Soy sauce powder adds flavor but contains sodium and is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SOJAsauspoeder (TARWEbloem, SOJAboon, dextrine, zout, kleurstof E150c)
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this snack?
Bad
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a highly processed carbohydrate that can spike blood sugar levels.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maltodextrine
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Is Wasabi Japonica safe in this snack?
Good
Wasabi Japonica is used here as natural_extract. Wasabi japonica is a natural ingredient that provides a distinct flavor and potential culinary benefits.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: 0.1% wasabi japonica
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Is Horseradish safe in this snack?
Good
Horseradish is used here as natural_extract. Horseradish is a natural ingredient that enhances flavor and is commonly used in culinary applications.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: mierikswortel
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Is Glucose safe in this snack?
Medium
Glucose is used here as sweetener. Glucose is a simple sugar that can contribute to sweetness but raises concerns about processed sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glucose
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Is Raising Agent E500 safe in this snack?
Medium
Raising Agent E500 is used here as leavening_agent. Raising agent E500 is used for leavening but is a processed additive that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening_agent
Original: rijsmiddel (E500, E503)
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Is Colorant E141i safe in this snack?
Bad
Colorant E141i is used here as colorant. Colorant E141i is a synthetic dye that raises concerns about artificial additives in food.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: kleurstof E141i
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Is Anti Caking Agent E551 safe in this snack?
Bad
Anti Caking Agent E551 is used here as anti-caking_agent. Anti-caking agent E551 is a synthetic additive used to prevent clumping, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: anti-caking_agent
Original: antiklontermiddel E551
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 4210260
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Allergens detected: peanut
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